How to Get a FIFO Job in Australia: The 7-Step Resume and Career Recipe That Works

Getting a FIFO or mining job in Australia doesn’t have to be complicated — if you follow the right career advice, resume strategy, and job application process. At W1N W1N Pty Ltd, we’ve helped tens of thousands of Australians land roles in the mining and FIFO industry through expert-written resumes, personalised career consultations, and real-world support. After 25 years working across mining, recruitment, and career consultation, I’ve learned this: getting a FIFO job is like baking a cake. If you follow the recipe, you’ll succeed.

Here’s the 7-step FIFO job recipe we’ve used to help thousands of clients go from stuck to hired.

Step 1: Know What Job You Can Actually Get This starts with carefully reading the job ad. It’s not enough to glance and apply. You need to understand the role type, required experience, tickets, location, and whether you meet what’s being asked. We help clients interpret job ads properly so they don’t waste time on roles they’re not eligible for.

Step 2: Meet the Minimum Criteria Every mining job in Australia comes with hard non-negotiables — location (point of hire), qualifications, tickets, inductions, police checks, and sometimes industry-specific experience. If you don’t meet the minimum, you won’t get through. Our team identifies where the gaps are and advises what’s worth getting before applying.

Step 3: Have an ATS-Compliant Resume FIFO and mining companies use applicant tracking systems (ATS) to automatically filter resumes. If your resume isn’t formatted or worded correctly, it may never be seen by a human. Our resumes are built to pass these filters and stand out to recruiters and site managers alike.

Step 4: Optimise Your SEEK and LinkedIn Profiles Your online presence matters. Hiring managers often check SEEK and LinkedIn for candidates before shortlisting or even after an application has been received. We help our clients build keyword-rich, fully completed, highly searchable profiles that increase your chances of being found and contacted.

Step 5: Hustle (Follow Up and Make Contact) Applying is step one. Following up is where most people drop the ball. We show our clients how to contact recruiters after applying, make confident follow-up calls, and reach out directly to employers and hiring managers on LinkedIn. Proactive candidates stand out.

Step 6: Nail the Interview Mining companies want people who are safety-conscious, team-oriented, and site-ready. A strong resume gets you the interview. A strong interview gets you the job. We provide industry-specific coaching to help clients answer FIFO-relevant interview questions with confidence.

Step 7: Pass the Medical Every FIFO role includes a pre-employment medical, usually involving a drug and alcohol test, basic fitness test, and hearing/vision checks. We prepare you for what to expect and ensure you're not caught off guard.

This 7-step recipe works. It’s been tested on thousands of FIFO and mining job seekers across Australia. Whether you're new to the industry or returning after time away, following this structure gives you the best chance of success.

What makes W1N W1N Pty Ltd different is that we don’t guess — we guide. Every client gets direct access to real people with mining and recruitment experience, not AI-generated templates or off-the-shelf PDFs. We tailor every resume, every strategy, every step.

Want to give yourself the best shot at landing a FIFO or mining job in Australia? Book a consultation with our team and we’ll walk you through the whole process.

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About W1N W1N Pty Ltd
W1N W1N is Australia’s trusted FIFO and mining resume writing service and career consultation agency, with over 25 years of experience in the mining, recruitment and career consultation industry. We specialise in helping Australians land jobs in mining, construction, and FIFO roles by providing expert-written, ATS-compliant resumes, job search support, LinkedIn optimisation, interview coaching, and career advice tailored to the resource sector. We’ve helped tens of thousands of people succeed — and we can help you too.

FAQ: FIFO Resumes and Career Support in Australia

What’s the best way to get a FIFO job in Australia?
Follow a proven process: identify roles you’re eligible for, meet criteria, submit an ATS-compliant resume, optimise your SEEK and LinkedIn profiles, and prepare for interviews.

Do I need a professional resume for FIFO jobs?
Yes. Mining recruiters rely heavily on ATS screening. A professional resume that’s tailored for FIFO or mining jobs can make or break your chances.

Can W1N W1N help me if I have no FIFO experience?
Absolutely. We’ve helped thousands of new-to-industry clients land entry-level FIFO roles by positioning their transferable skills and aligning them with real job requirements.

Want to know more about our FIFO resume services, mining job consultations, or career coaching for remote roles? Visit our career consultation page or email [email protected] to get started.